We work closely with city and state government to ensure that our shared sustainability goals are made possible. The most impactful pieces of recycling legislation are SB 1383, AB 341, AB 827, and AB 1826. For assistance in achieving compliance, contact rbccwastezero@recology.com or contact our customer service (request Waste Zero Specialists). Learn more about recycling in Oroville here.
KEY LEGISLATION
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SB 1383 – Short-Lived Climate Pollutants: Organic Waste Reductions (2016) California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) builds upon California’s leading commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution statewide. As of January 1st, 2022, SB 1383 requires all businesses and residents to divert organic materials (including food waste, yard waste, and soiled paper products) from the landfill. The law also requires the state to increase edible food recovery by 20% by 2025. Important Resources |
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AB 341 – Mandatory Commercial Recycling (2011) California Assembly Bill 341 (AB 341) aims to increase commercial waste diversion from landfills to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It is designed to achieve a reduction of 5 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO₂) equivalents across the state. Businesses (including public entities) that generate four cubic yards or more of commercial solid waste per week, or are multi-family dwellings, must arrange for recycling services by means of subscribing to a hauler or self-hauling their materials. Important Resources |
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AB 827 – Commercial Recycling: Organics and Recycling Bins for Customers (2019) California Assembly Bill 827 (AB 827) requires businesses to make organics and recycling receptacles accessible to all customers. It is intended to educate and involve consumers in achieving the state’s recycling goals by ensuring disposal cans are readily available to all. “Accessible” containers include those that are:
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AB 1826 – Mandatory Commercial Organics Recycling (2014) California Assembly Bill 1826 mandates all businesses and multi-family dwellings to arrange for organics sorting and hauling. AB 1826 gradually expanded its scope by lowering waste generation thresholds from 2016 to 2021. As of its final phase, it requires all businesses and multi-family dwellings that generate two cubic yards or more of solid waste per week to arrange for organics recycling services. Organics are defined as food scraps, yard trimmings, non-hazardous wood waste, and food-soiled paper. Businesses can achieve compliance by:
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